Four elderly Japanese men live in Manila's impoverished districts, relying on minimal earnings and assistance as they spend their final days far from home.
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Four elderly Japanese men live in Manila's impoverished districts, relying on minimal earnings and assistance as they spend their final days far from home.
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In the streets of Manila, four elderly Japanese men face daily challenges in impoverished neighborhoods. Known as "distressed Japanese," they rely on minimal earnings and support from others. Once employed and connected to families in Japan, they now spend their final years in the Philippines for various reasons. Over seven years, the film captures their struggles and the realities of their lives in a foreign land.
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Why Watch
- Meet four unique elderly Japanese men in Manila.
- Find out why they live in impoverished districts.
- See their daily lives over a span of seven years.
Did You Know
- The documentary focuses on four elderly Japanese men living in Manila.
- These men are referred to as 'distressed Japanese' due to their circumstances.
- The film spans a period of seven years in the lives of these men.
- The documentary has a total runtime of 120 minutes.
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What is the duration of the documentary Underdogs?
The duration of Underdogs is 120 minutes.
In which city do the elderly Japanese men live?
The elderly Japanese men live in Manila, Philippines.
What term is used to describe the elderly Japanese men in the documentary?
They are referred to as 'distressed Japanese'.
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